Employee Health Office


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Employee Health Office

The State of South Dakota values it’s employees as well as their families, by supporting a culture of health and safety to promote your total well-being. If you are looking for assistance with an injury or recovery, or resources to support you or a family members total health and wellness, our team provides the care and connects you with the right tools and resources to thrive. Click below to learn more about our services.
Safety

Safety comes first. We are committed to providing our employees and their family with a safe working and home environment. Here are some general safety tips:

  1. Light stretching daily to warm up and improve flexibility
  2. Check your posture, back straight, shoulders relaxed
  3. Lift smart: Use your legs, not your back
  4. Adjust workspace: Set your chair, desk, and monitor at a comfortable height to avoid awkward positioning
  5. Move throughout the day, take short movement breaks to ease muscle tension and improve circulation
  6. Wear supportive footwear, choose stability, cushioning, and weather appropriate
  7. Stay hydrated and rested
  8. Report hazards early, if you notice unsafe conditions, report them right away to prevent accidents and protect others

 

Workers' Compensation, Medical Conditions, Return-to-Work

Workers’ Compensation is an insurance program that pays medical and disability benefits for work-related injuries and diseases. Risk Administration Services, Inc. (RAS) administers the Workers’ Compensation Program. If you have questions, call 888.585.5075. Click here to view all Workers' Comp forms and documents.

Well-Being

LiveWellSD
The newly enhanced LiveWellSD Program includes podcast, exercise, nutrition, financial wellness videos and more. In addition, there are articles with various topics, and lots of new and exciting recipes in the virtual kitchen. The LiveWellSD Program is available 24/7. Explore the new well-being program today!

EAP
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides confidential mental health and emotional support through Lyra Health. Work-Life Support and Resources for financial, identity theft and more. Click here to learn more about your EAP Program. 


Mental Health Resources
Additional mental health resources are available here.

Contact us:  Have questions or need assistance?  The Employee Health Office is here to help. Call 1.605.773.3148 or email us at EmpHealthOffiice@state.sd.us